# How Does SKALE Differ from Other EVM-based Blockchain Networks?

By [grain](https://paragraph.com/@grain) · 2022-11-08

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There are many EVM-based blockchain networks such as Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, Fantom, and Avalanche. These blockchains require network transaction fees (gas fees) which cost the end-user money per transaction.

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*Originally published on [grain](https://paragraph.com/@grain/how-does-skale-differ-from-other-evm-based-blockchain-networks)*